Three Disaster Recovery Centers Open Friday, November 28
Release Date: November 26, 2003
Release Number: 1500-08
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CHARLESTON, W. Va. -- State and federal officials announce the opening of three Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Cabell, Lincoln and Nicholas counties to assist those who suffered losses and damages from the storms, flooding and landslides that began on November 11, 2003. Beginning on Friday, November 28, the DRCs will be open seven days a week. The DRC hours and locations are listed below.
Individuals should first call the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) toll-free teleregistration number 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) to apply for assistance. People with hearing or speech impairments may call
(TTY) 1-800-462-7585.
"Applying for assistance by calling the FEMA teleregistration number is the first step to receiving help from federal and state programs," said State Coordinating Officer Stephen S. Kappa. "We encourage everyone who suffered damages and losses to call right away."
Representatives from FEMA, the State of West Virginia and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will provide information on disaster recovery programs. Additionally, the SBA will be available to help those affected fill out applications for low-interest loans for homeowners, renters and businesses.
Locations and Schedule
| COUNTY | ADDRESS | CITY | HOURS |
| Cabell | Milton Fire Department 341 E. Main Street |
Milton | Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
| Lincoln | Hamlin Town Hall 220 Main Street |
Hamlin | Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
| Nicholas | Richwood City Hall 6 White Avenue |
Richwood | Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
Federal Coordinating Officer Michael Bolch urges those with questions to visit one of the centers. “The recovery centers are a great resource for people who have questions about their applications, who want to update their information or get face-to-face help.”
On March 1, 2003, FEMA became part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. FEMA’s continuing mission within the new department is to lead the effort to prepare the nation for all hazards and effectively manage federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. FEMA also initiates proactive mitigation activities, trains first responders, and manages the National Flood Insurance Program and the U.S. Fire Administration
Last Modified: Monday, 01-Dec-2003 09:09:08